Congratulations to the Big "E" I don't think a lot of people understand what its like growing up in East Covington and not getting the support that he needs at home. The boy has practically raised himself. He's lucky to have made it this far. IF IT WASN"T FOR BASKETBALL AND HIS GOD-GIVEN TALENT I'd hate to think where this young could have ended up.

 

:madman:Give the kid a break...:madman:

 

He's still in my doghouse for his antics after the loss to Newport in the regionals. But, I hope someone gets a hold of him and gives him the support he needs and that he matures and grows out of the side show that he's been carrying with him.

 

 

Go Elijah prove ALL those doubters and people that want to see you fail wrong.:ylsuper:

 

Hope he ends up at W. VA... Huggs would make a great step-dad for him...

 

You are dead on. A lot of people on this site don't realize what this kid has gone through and simply choose to point out the negatives about him. Anyone who knows him personally and has talked to him, knows that he is actually a really good kid and very respectable.

 

The success rate of kids who have went D1 out of this school tells me this is a great move for Eli and he'll have the resources available to him to succeed.

 

As far as Huggins goes, I think you may be right.........Hopefully everything works out as planned. :sssh: :thumb:

BTW isn't that the same place that some Holmes fans thought Rice or Hill (one of them) would go, but where are they now?

 

Something needs to change at Covington Holmes HS academically speaking (Basketball players), as the players aren't getting the education that they need to attend a D1 college, not due to their ability to play basketball but the lack of education to get in.

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So it is the schools fault that these kids have many of the same issues that others have in inner city schools across the country?

 

Do you know what support systems these schools have for students that struggle academically?

 

Do you know all the interventions that schools use at their disposal to help students that struggle academically and socially?

 

Do you know of the mentoring systems and outside agencies that come in to help students?

 

Do you know of the relationships between the schools and partnerships with businesses and other social agencies in order to help students succeed?

 

Do you know the curriculum's offered at these schools which in many places are very rigorous and more rigorous than most private institutions in the state?

 

Do you know that it may just be a victory to at least give a student the option to continue an education beyond high school, be it at a 4 year or 2 year institution, and without the help of the school, a child will be lost once they exit high school, if they make it that far?

 

Private institutions are an excellent choice, but they select who they want, they do not have to accept everyone. Public schools do not have that option and I seriously doubt (based on your post) you understand the issues students and schools face. In fact, I say you don't know.

I applaud any student who gets the opportunity to continue their education and play sports as well. I see that as a victory, and many unfortunately don't get that opportunity.

 

It is a two-way street and some students drive it more easily than others, and some have trouble navigating it.

 

Props to this kid for getting the opportunity to continue his academics.

I've heard earlier this year that Coach Huggins has show a particular interest in Elijiah and helping him find a good JUCO.....any truth to this?

It's good to hear that he's going to continue playing and even better that he is continuing to get educated at an upper level. It just drives me nuts to see that he was allowed to remain a sub par academic student with above average athleticism. All the people surrounding that program that brag about his high scoring games and superfly dunks should have been in his head forcing him to be a better student. Maintaining a "C" average/2.0 GPA is not hard if you just attend class and apply yourself. I know some of you will take offense to my post, but it needs to be driven home that we not only support the kids athletically, but also academically.

 

Please tell me..........what is the job description of the Guidance Counselors in schools today?

 

You are kidding? Right?

 

A guidance counselor can't make a kid come to school, a guidance counselor can't make a kid do his/her homework, a guidance counselor can't make a kid study.

 

That's what his parents are for. If his parents aren't doing their job then maybe a family member should help out. If the kid is not getting help from a family member or his/her parents maybe a close friend or coach could help out.

 

It's easy to blame the school, the school has dozens of kids that need help, not just the athletes.

 

The people that have been riding his coat tail coaching him and supposedly mentoring him should have been helping and giving guidance.

 

I'm sure the guidance counselor at Holmes High School does a very good job and is probably overwhelmed with the opportunities at Holmes.

 

Education begins at home. It's definitely not the guidance counselors fault.

I've heard earlier this year that Coach Huggins has show a particular interest in Elijiah and helping him find a good JUCO.....any truth to this?

 

You'd be correct....

 

The way I heard it, Huggins wanted to set Elijah up in a place where there would be a structure system and someone would be able to keep an eye on him both on and off the court.

 

If all goes well, Huggins would like to sign him once he completes the required two years at a JUCO.

There should be nothing negative written about the news that Pittman is getting this chance. Good for him. I hope he makes the most of this opportunity and makes Northern Kentucky proud. Considering the choices that some kids make in high school that lead to destruction, I applaud Pittman for making it as far as he has and leaving his comfort zone of Covington to start over. That's a courageous thing to do. I realize he's had some immature moments, but c'mon, talk some smack here, push a kid there, what did he really do that was that bad. He's had the eyes of every basketball fan in this area on him waiting for him to screw up big time and he never did. Now he's going to play for one of the best junior colleges in the country. It's going to be a challenge for him and I hope he gets to where we all know he has the ability to go. Nothing would be mre heart warming than seeing this kid on ESPN some day. How about Pittman and Justice going at it when UK gets the chance to pay back Huggins for that Elite Eight loss? I'm pulling for you kid.

:confused::confused::confused:

So it is the schools fault that these kids have many of the same issues that others have in inner city schools across the country?

 

Do you know what support systems these schools have for students that struggle academically?

 

Do you know all the interventions that schools use at their disposal to help students that struggle academically and socially?

 

Do you know of the mentoring systems and outside agencies that come in to help students?

 

Do you know of the relationships between the schools and partnerships with businesses and other social agencies in order to help students succeed?

 

Do you know the curriculum's offered at these schools which in many places are very rigorous and more rigorous than most private institutions in the state?

 

Do you know that it may just be a victory to at least give a student the option to continue an education beyond high school, be it at a 4 year or 2 year institution, and without the help of the school, a child will be lost once they exit high school, if they make it that far?

 

Private institutions are an excellent choice, but they select who they want, they do not have to accept everyone. Public schools do not have that option and I seriously doubt (based on your post) you understand the issues students and schools face. In fact, I say you don't know.

I applaud any student who gets the opportunity to continue their education and play sports as well. I see that as a victory, and many unfortunately don't get that opportunity.

 

It is a two-way street and some students drive it more easily than others, and some have trouble navigating it.

 

Props to this kid for getting the opportunity to continue his academics.

 

 

Bottom line, is it working, that is getting them (Holmes Basketball players) into D1 Colleges? Note: I never said a thing about non basketball students at Holmes HS, just basketball players, please don't misrepresent what I posted.

 

My hat is off to the Johnson brothers for getting into a College and I wish them the best. Both young men are a model for their community and the community should be proud of them and look to them as an example to follow.

 

You have the misconception that in this economy today, only kids living in the inner city struggle. Let me tell you, there are just as many families struggling today outside the inter city that you never hear about!

 

Concerning your two comments that are in bold, I must tell you, yes I do, as I work for a not for profit company that works with handicap adults and HS handicap students daily. You don't want to go there with me on that one, as comparing a young man gifted enough to play HS basketball, no matter how he does in school, he is far, far ahead of young men the same age who just struggle to just get to a game, to watch kids like Pittman play!

 

"A Mind is a Terrible Thing To Waste." United Negro College Fund!

:confused::confused::confused:

So it is the schools fault that these kids have many of the same issues that others have in inner city schools across the country?

 

Do you know what support systems these schools have for students that struggle academically?

 

Do you know all the interventions that schools use at their disposal to help students that struggle academically and socially?

 

Do you know of the mentoring systems and outside agencies that come in to help students?

 

Do you know of the relationships between the schools and partnerships with businesses and other social agencies in order to help students succeed?

 

Do you know the curriculum's offered at these schools which in many places are very rigorous and more rigorous than most private institutions in the state?

 

Do you know that it may just be a victory to at least give a student the option to continue an education beyond high school, be it at a 4 year or 2 year institution, and without the help of the school, a child will be lost once they exit high school, if they make it that far?

 

Private institutions are an excellent choice, but they select who they want, they do not have to accept everyone. Public schools do not have that option and I seriously doubt (based on your post) you understand the issues students and schools face. In fact, I say you don't know.

I applaud any student who gets the opportunity to continue their education and play sports as well. I see that as a victory, and many unfortunately don't get that opportunity.

 

It is a two-way street and some students drive it more easily than others, and some have trouble navigating it.

 

Props to this kid for getting the opportunity to continue his academics.

 

And if they do accept a student who turns out needs some help they are strongly encouraged to leave.

Congratulations to Elijah!! That sounds like the perfect situation for him and with Coach Huggins in his corner, he has an opportunity to overcome all the obstacles life has laid before him to this point. We are all rooting for you Elijah. Make the most of what God gave you and become an example for all those in your community who strive for a better life every day.

Bottom line, is it working, that is getting them (Holmes Basketball players) into D1 Colleges? Note: I never said a thing about non basketball students at Holmes HS, just basketball players, please don't misrepresent what I posted.

 

My hat is off to the Johnson brothers for getting into a College and I wish them the best. Both young men are a model for their community and the community should be proud of them and look to them as an example to follow.

 

You have the misconception that in this economy today, only kids living in the inner city struggle. Let me tell you, there are just as many families struggling today outside the inter city that you never hear about!

 

Concerning your two comments that are in bold, I must tell you, yes I do, as I work for a not for profit company that works with handicap adults and HS handicap students daily. You don't want to go there with me on that one, as comparing a young man gifted enough to play HS basketball, no matter how he does in school, he is far, far ahead of young men the same age who just struggle to just get to a game, to watch kids like Pittman play!

 

"A Mind is a Terrible Thing To Waste." United Negro College Fund!

I see what you are saying, but you throw the school under the bus.

 

The same could be said about Cincinnati Aiken, Western Hills, Woodward, Taft, and look at some of the Louisville schools like Western, Shawnee, Central, Lexington Bryan Station and on and on.

 

I would think these schools do everything they can to give students the opportunity to go to post secondary schools.

 

Here is a kid who I have seen play a few times with some ability and he is getting to play basketball at the post secondary level.

 

He should be applauded, and looking to cast blame when you likely do not have any working knowledge of what public schools do intervention wise is a cheap shot.

There should be nothing negative written about the news that Pittman is getting this chance. Good for him. I hope he makes the most of this opportunity and makes Northern Kentucky proud. Considering the choices that some kids make in high school that lead to destruction, I applaud Pittman for making it as far as he has and leaving his comfort zone of Covington to start over. That's a courageous thing to do. I realize he's had some immature moments, but c'mon, talk some smack here, push a kid there, what did he really do that was that bad. He's had the eyes of every basketball fan in this area on him waiting for him to screw up big time and he never did. Now he's going to play for one of the best junior colleges in the country. It's going to be a challenge for him and I hope he gets to where we all know he has the ability to go. Nothing would be mre heart warming than seeing this kid on ESPN some day. How about Pittman and Justice going at it when UK gets the chance to pay back Huggins for that Elite Eight loss? I'm pulling for you kid.

 

Nice work.

 

For some reason we get our feathers ruffled when kids don't fit a profile. We fail to realize that all situations are not equal and what we consider acceptable is not true in all neighborhoods. Yes, he's been immature on the court and in the classroom but lets not condemn him for all eternity. I've always had my doubts about him "making it" based on the albeit limited knowledge that I have. HOWEVER, I'd love nothing more than to see him get some of Huggs' tough love. It would be the best thing for him.

And if they do accept a student who turns out needs some help they are strongly encouraged to leave.

 

Depending on what kind of help you refer to I tend to agree. Most private schools do not have the programs/people to help special needs kids. If you're talking $$ then I would disagree.

I think Elijiah has so much talent and god given skill. His gifts are unreal. This is a kid who, if he really works at it. Gets those grades up and finds a good NCAA fit....could be making a living playing basketball the rest of his life. I wish him the best and look forward to hopefully watching him play at big school someday.

Nice work.

 

For some reason we get our feathers ruffled when kids don't fit a profile. We fail to realize that all situations are not equal and what we consider acceptable is not true in all neighborhoods. Yes, he's been immature on the court and in the classroom but lets not condemn him for all eternity. I've always had my doubts about him "making it" based on the albeit limited knowledge that I have. HOWEVER, I'd love nothing more than to see him get some of Huggs' tough love. It would be the best thing for him.

Clyde, when it comes to high school athletes, there are three F's that the kids need to look out for, and we see all three on this blog:

 

Foes - Someone who only cares about your failures

Frauds - Someone who only cares about your successes

Friends - Someone who cares about both.

Depending on what kind of help you refer to I tend to agree. Most private schools do not have the programs/people to help special needs kids. If you're talking $$ then I would disagree.

 

 

I was referring to kids with ADHD.